Services

Home Inspection

Be aware of the issues you’re buying with the house. A basic home inspection includes a detailed review, explanation, and report on major building systems and components:

Structural

Exterior and Grounds

Roof

Electrical

Plumbing

Heating

Air Conditioning

General Interior

Attic

Chimney & Fireplace

There are issues with a home, and then there are problems. We’ll point out which is which and explain what it means to you, realtors, attorneys, and home sellers.

We perform a non-invasive examination for each system of the home; checking safety, operation, and condition, to ensure that they reach official standards. Leaky roof? Electrical fire hazard? Foundation problem? We’ll look closely to assess the condition and discover any shortcomings. Each house, old or new, has quirks and potential problems. Some are major. Some are quick fixes. Let us point them out and help you keep things in perspective.

We provide professional service from the moment you call us, through the inspection and closing, and afterward.

You’ll receive a web based report that is private and secure, clear and concise. No online access? No problem. We’ll provide a hard copy if needed.

Radon

This naturally occurring gas emits from the earth and is cancer-causing. Dangerous radon levels are found in millions of homes but it can be dealt with. We’ll measure radon levels and provide you industry standard methods to reduce levels if necessary. Often this test provides a peace of mind in knowing you have nothing to worry about.

Wood Destroying Insects

Termites. Carpenter Ants. Carpenter Bees. Powder Post Beetles. These annoying bugs can be a problem if not found. We’ll spot non-obvious signs of their activity, tell you the severity of the problem, and how to handle it. Rest assured, these insects can be eliminated. Let us find them.

Septic Dye

A septic dye test is often required by bank or mortgage lenders. With this test, dye is inserted into the waste water lines and the system is completely flushed. Afterward, the leach field is visibly monitored for dye, indicating a malfunctioning leach field.

Well Flow

This survey measures capacity of a private water supply- is your well going to run dry under heavy use? We’ll conduct industry standard tests and tell you the adequacy of the water stored.

Water Analysis

Public or private water supply, we’ll test for appropriate problems. Public supply is often tested for lead, both single and double samples allow for first draw and continuous flow lead levels.

Private wells are most often tested for coliform bacteria. Have an FHA loan? You may likely need a standard FHA short or long series that measure bacteria, nitrites, nitrates, manganese, iron, pH, alkalinity, and turbidity. All tests are conducted by a laboratory certified for bacteriological and chemical testing of drinking water, non-potable water and wastewater.